Manufacture Alabama

Karen Johnston’s unwavering commitment to the mission of Manufacture Alabama has made her an invaluable member of our board of directors. Manufacture Alabama is grateful to have you, Karen!

Manufacture Alabama is excited to announce the 2024 Annual Meeting keynote speaker, Kristin Scroggin! Meet Kristin Scroggin – A huge fan of Generational Diversity armed with a Communication Studies master's degree from the University of Alabama and a bachelor's from Montevallo in decoding GenZ slang and millennial emojis. Kristin embarked on her research endeavors during her almost 20-year tenure as a professor at the University of Alabama in Huntsville before giving birth to her company, genWHY Communications in 2017. Kristin has a passion for decoding the generational enigma and is known for her straight-talk speaking style and wicked twist of humor. Kristin has been on stages in 42 states, left her mark in 3 countries, and sprinkled her wisdom across more than 160 conferences for 350+ diverse organizations. From Fortune 500 giants to pint-sized non-profits, she's been there, done that, and left an indelible impression. Published in magazines, guest on multiple podcasts, and the workhorse behind groundbreaking research, Kristin isn't just about speaking – she's about making waves in the world of succession planning and leadership program development. Need someone to referee the battle of Boomers and Millennials on your teams? Look no further; Kristin consults on attracting, developing, and retaining the brightest minds. But wait, there's more! Fueled by an unrelenting wanderlust, Kristin and her partner-in-travel (husband) are on a quest to explore every nook and cranny of the globe. Amidst their jet-setting adventures, they somehow manage to keep their sanity while raising four humans who never stop eating. To learn more and get resources visit www.genwhy.com.

Thank you to our Legislative Reception and Dinner sponsors for this year’s Annual Meeting! The Legislative Reception and Dinner is on Wednesday, Sept. 11, in conjunction to the Annual Meeting. This sponsorship includes 4 tickets to the exclusive, sponsored only dinner. The last day to become a sponsor is August 23. Learn more about sponsorship opportunities at https://lnkd.in/ePiAMdfH

Thank you to our amazing sponsors for their generous support and commitment in making the 2024 Manufacture Alabama Annual Meeting a success! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, there is still time to do so! The last day to become a sponsor is August 23. Sponsorship information can be found at https://lnkd.in/ePiAMdfH

Kick off the 2024 Annual Meeting with a Golf Tournament and Pickleball on Wednesday, Sept. 11! Spend the day enjoying golf, pickleball and networking with industry leaders and government officials at The Grand. Golf will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch provided. You may register as a team or as an individual. All individual golfers will be placed on a team. A pickleball clinic will be offered from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. with play time to follow. Lunch will be provided. If you are new to pickleball, this is a great opportunity to learn the basics and play! Register at https://lnkd.in/egemuC3a

In honor of “Made in the USA Day,” Governor Ivey praised Alabama’s robust manufacturing sector for its pivotal role in fostering statewide economic growth with high quality jobs and products. Manufacture Alabama is honored to support the many manufacturers within the state. Read more at https://lnkd.in/ef3Uxs7R

Please join us in welcoming Kate Essig to the Manufacture Alabama team! We’re excited to have Kate on board as our Communications and Events Specialist. Kate is an Auburn University graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations Communications and a minor in Political Science. Kate brings a wealth of experience from her internships with Senator Marsha Blackburn and Senator Tommy Tuberville, where she honed her skills in digital communication, social media management, and event planning. She also interned for Alabama Daily News, attended legislative hearings, and published multiple articles weekly. Welcome, Kate! We’re thrilled to have you with us!

Congratulations to U.S. Pipe for 125 successful years!

Registration for the Manufacture Alabama Annual Meeting opens TODAY! Don't miss the chance to gather with fellow industry leaders and discuss cutting-edge trends and pressing challenges shaping the landscape of our state's manufacturing sector. Details and sponsorship information can be found at https://lnkd.in/eEddvrUA

Toyota Alabama is growing its Huntsville plant production capabilities with a $282 million investment adding more than 350 new jobs. This advancement brings the total investment in Toyota Alabama to more than $1.7 billion. Manufacture Alabama looks forward to continuing to support Toyota throughout this expansion. Read more at https://lnkd.in/exhEEdYX